Are Aldermanic Candidates Really About Change?
December 5th, 2010 by Shorty
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I’ve been getting a lot of political fliers brandishing the word CHANGE. It is easy to throw this word around because it worked for President Barack Obama, so it should work for them, right?
As we continue to get fliers and other political information from mayoral candidates, I want you to do two things. First, call their offices to schedule meetings to speak with them. See if you can feel them out personally and professionally. Second, find out when debates will be held and be sure to show up. The candidates who fail to show up may not be as interested in change as they say they are. Be sure to find out why they didn’t attend the debates before hurling accusations.
Also, read and pay attention to everything that is printed or heard about aldermanic candidates. That will help you determine if they are really about change or the $110,000 salary that goes along with the position with no job description.
Which changes would you like to see in your community?
Will Political Candidates Have Time For You Now??
February 26th, 2010 by ShortyHere’s a thought.
Everyone who received a telephone call about any political candidate during the primary elections should contact all of the candidates to schedule a meeting and discuss nothing in particular. Unless, of course, you have a legitimate topic of conversation.
Why would you do this?
Because they made the time to contact you during their election, call and see if they would make the same time for you now. It doesn’t matter if they won or not. It’s just a matter of principle.
Should you actually take the time to make these phone calls, please be sure to report the results here.
Question from Shorty: Political Endorsements
January 25th, 2010 by Shorty
I have a confession: I am not political savvy. Before our presidential election, I only voted because it was a requirement as an American citizen.
This year, however, I decided to educate myself by attending political forums and listening to candidates. Also, I am conducting more research on candidates instead of listening to all of the media sources.
I do have a question, though. If a shady elected official endorses a candidate in the election, how credible is that endorsement really? Can someone enlighten me?